October weather forecast
Westchester, IL

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Weather in October

October, like September, is another mild autumn month in Westchester, Illinois, with an average temperature ranging between max 60.4°F (15.8°C) and min 46.6°F (8.1°C).

Temperature

In Westchester, the average high-temperature in October drops from a moderately hot 73.4°F (23°C) in September to a refreshing 60.4°F (15.8°C). During October, the temperature is averaged to a low of 46.6°F (8.1°C) at night.

Humidity

The least humid month is October, with an average relative humidity of 72%.

Rainfall

In Westchester, Illinois, in October, it is raining for 13 days, with typically 2.17" (55mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Westchester, there are 149.4 rainfall days, and 25.08" (637mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.35" (9mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 45.8 snowfall days, and 14.25" (362mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in October is 11h and 4min.
On the first day of October, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 6:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:46 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Westchester, the average sunshine in October is 5.6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In October, an average UV index of 3 transforms into the following instructions:
Put precautions into practice - Guidance to elude sunburn is provided. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 24, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in October?

The high-temperature during October is 60.4°F (15.8°C) and the low-temperature is 46.6°F (8.1°C). In July, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the least humid month?

With an average relative humidity of 72%, October is the least humid month.

What is the average humidity in October?

The average relative humidity in October is 72%.

How much does it rain in October?

In Westchester, in October, during 13 rainfall days, 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start to snow?

October is the first month it typically snows. Throughout October, in the average 0.4 snowfall days, it receives 0.35" (9mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Westchester have in October?

In Westchester, the average day length in October is 11h and 4min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in October?

In October, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 6:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:46 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in October?

In Westchester, the average sunshine duration in October is 5.6h.

What is the UV index reading in October?

The average daily maximum UV index in October is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in October
Westchester, IL

Average temperature in October - Westchester, IL
  • Average high temperature in October: 60.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (28.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in October: 46.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18°F).

Average pressure in October
Westchester, IL

Average pressure in October - Westchester, IL
  • Average pressure in October: 30.01"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in October
Westchester, IL

Average wind speed in October - Westchester, IL
  • Average wind speed in October: 9.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.3mph).

Average humidity in October
Westchester, IL

Average humidity in October - Westchester, IL
  • Average humidity in October: 72%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in October
Westchester, IL

Average rainfall in October - Westchester, IL
  • Average rainfall in October: 2.17"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.11").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (1.14").

Average rainfall days in October
Westchester, IL

Average rainfall days in October - Westchester, IL
  • Average rainfall days in October: 13 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.1 days).

Average snowfall in October
Westchester, IL

Average snowfall in October - Westchester, IL
  • Average snowfall in October: 0.35"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.86").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in October
Westchester, IL

Average snowfall days in October - Westchester, IL
  • Average snowfall days in October: 0.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in October /
Average sunshine in October
Westchester, IL

Average daylight in October / Average sunshine in October - Westchester, IL
  • Average daylight in October: 11h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in October: 5h and 4min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in October
Westchester, IL

Average sunshine days in October - Westchester, IL
  • Average sunshine days in October: 14.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.5 days).

Average UV index in October
Westchester, IL

Average UV index in October - Westchester, IL
  • Average UV index in October: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in October
Westchester, IL

Average cloud cover in October - Westchester, IL
  • Average cloud cover in October: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in October
Westchester, IL

Average visibility in October - Westchester, IL
  • Average visibility in October: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).

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